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Visit Bloomington is the recognized destination marketing organization for Bloomington, Indiana, dedicated to providing travelers with accurate, up-to-date guidance on local experiences, events, accommodations, and attractions. Through this work, we play a vital role in supporting the local economy and enriching cultural access. We provide insights and trip planning tools to help travelers experience our community’s best.

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Breaking Away Yesterday and Today

Before visiting Bloomington for the Little 500 Bicycle race, we highly suggest you watch the 1979 movie Breaking Away , the Academy Award winning, coming-of-age movie about post-high school friends that grew up as 'townies' (aka 'Cutters') in a college town and prove themselves during the annual…

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Top April Events

There's always something going on in Bloomington! Check out the top events happening in April 2026, and consider spending two or three days with us this season. FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS Photo Courtesy of IU Student Foundation IU First Thursday's Festival Date: Thursday, April 2 Time: 4:00 PM…

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The Ultimate IU Bucket List

As an incoming freshman at Indiana University, you learn about the many must-do activities that truly make you a Hoosier. Between New Student Orientation and upperclassmen friends, you're likely to learn about the things you just have to experience during your time at IU and in B-Town. Whether…

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History Cast in Bronze

The Indiana University campus has a collection of bronze sculptures representing pioneering Indiana University faculty members and students. Explore our beautiful campus and learn about the history behind the people - and maybe even partake in the traditions too. Herman B Wells Inside Sample Gates…

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Bloomington's Most Unique Attractions

Bloomington offers many fantastic attractions, and some of them are pretty unique to our area. Whether you're looking for attractions you can typically only find in big cities, attractions that are ranked as some of the most premier in the nation, or the only attraction of its kind in the United…

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48 Hours in Bloomington This Spring

Spring is a special time in Bloomington. Rising temperatures allow us to get back out in nature, dine on outdoor patios, browse farmers' markets under the sun's rays, and explore the glory of Old IU once more. Simply being witness to the miles-upon-miles of beautiful blooming landscape is enough to…

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5 Reasons to Visit Bloomington This Spring

There’s a long list of reasons to visit Bloomington during the spring season, but we’re giving you the scoop on the best-of-the-best activities a visitor should seek out during a flowering foray to make the most of a spring trip to Bloomington. From the iconic cream & crimson tulips to The World's…

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Top March Events

There's always something going on in Bloomington! Check out the top events happening in March 2026, and consider spending two or three days with us this season. Use this list to easily navigate from section-to-section:​ FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS Indiana Heritage Quilt Show Date: Thursday, March 5…

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